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Newspaper
Bonham Daily Favorite
Location
Bonham, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 07, 1973
Page
2
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The article argues against energy price controls and regulatory meddling, blaming finders and producers for the crisis. It warns that overburdening energy creators will suppress civilization, urging public vigilance to preserve a free republic and resist socialism.
Texas welfare officials warn that cuts to federal funding threaten aid for needy children. Welfare Commissioner Kay Inene Nowell said the state will test the fairness of the plan, citing 104 percent of grants to ineligible recipients and 16 percent overpayments in a Texas sample. He argues the rules are arbitrary and unrealistic. The board approved expanding child support efforts and tightening eligibility proofs for welfare and child care claims.
Farmers in Wise County gather for two day meetings to discuss feed and fertilizer concerns. The sessions run December 13 and 14 at Midlothian Felts Court with regional dairy and agricultural officials presenting. A briefing by dairy specialists, including local agents, will begin at 8 00 AM and conclude around 2 00 PM.
Hospital census for Fannin County Hospital totals admissions and discharges through midnight December 6 1973. The report lists patients currently in hospital care and those recently admitted or discharged. No names or specific conditions are provided in the available text.
A compiled roster lists admissions and dismissals across Bonham and nearby towns including Bonham Kennedy Walsh Wyatt Malone Gaffney Underwood Windle Lee Gillis and others. The document names students and staff connected to Bonham Ladonia Honey Grove Ravenna Dodd City Paris Wolfe City and surrounding areas with multiple entries marking admissions and 12-6-73 dismissals.
Australia receives about 80 000 migrants each year as part of a massive 20th century shift. The organized movement of nearly 2 000 000 Europeans to Australia stands as a major population transition of the era.
E M Shelley 83 died at Irving Community Hospital at 4 50 pm Thursday December 6 1973 after an eight week illness Funeral services set for 2 pm Saturday at the Methodist church Randolph burial in Randolph cemetery Cooper Sorrells Funeral Home in charge Shelley a native of Fannin county had lived in the county until eight weeks ago Survivors include two daughters Mrs W Raines Fort Worth and Mrs H H Tilger Colleyville two grandchildren Ray Tilger Houston and Mrs K D Morgan Colleyville and five great grandchildren
Funeral services for Vernon W Biggers 79 were held at Wise Funeral chapel Friday afternoon with Rev RL Cates officiating Burial was in Willow Wild cemetery He was a retired NYT reporter native of Edhube and OU graduate Survivors include three brothers two sisters and many nieces and nephews Active pallbearers were Woodrow Wilson Rayburn Jones Bob Biggers Cramer Biggers John Biggers and Mike McCullough
The Bonhi freshmen won 41 40 over Denison Heights as Jerry Wilcox sank two free throws after time expired to seal the victory. Denison led 39 40 in the final seconds before Wilcox was fouled and made both shots. Players included Lyndon Hale Larry McFarlin Scott Sisk Weldon Swann and Eddie White. The Indians travel to Crockett of Paris for a 6 pm game at Bondi gym Thursday.
Texas Agriculture Commissioner John C. White told a House committee that the Nixon administration fuel allocation program for farmers is failing. He warned the cotton harvest is at risk, seeds are undelivered, egg packers cannot ship perishables, and fertilizer costs have surged fivefold due to the energy crisis. White urged immediate absolute priority for agriculture in fuel allocations and considered fuel rationing as an unavoidable step, while Governor Briscoe's aide supported swift action.
Houston reports a psychologist tests teens Elmer Wayne Henley and David Owen Brooks connected to a three year sex and torture spree with at least 27 boy victims. Dr Cline says tests will continue and results go to defense counsel unless ordered. Henley faces trial January 17 and Brooks March 4 on murder indictments.
Final judgement ordered in a tax suit by Bonham Independent School District against James W Banks. Judge Choice Moore in county court affirmed Justice of the Peace Clark Benton. Mr and Mrs Banks gave notice of appeal to the CS District Court at Tyler. Court advised no appeal to federal court.
A Texas delegation of 4-H members attended the National 4-H Congress in Chicago where several Northeast Texas youths were named regional and national award winners. Scott McCloud of Gilchrist received a $700 scholarship from the Union Oil Company of California, along with other students earning grants and recognitions for leadership, public speaking, and achievement. The visit included museum tours, performances, and interactions with business leaders as part of the conference activities.
The Fannin County Retired Teachers Association held a Christmas social and gift exchange with 25 members present. Mrs Jesse Moore led the program recounting Closing Time by Griffin, followed by Christmas songs and refreshments provided by named hostesses.
At the Texas Farmers Union convention in Lubbock delegates debate the fuel shortage crisis. President Jay Naman condemns Washington indecision and urges top priority for agriculture to avoid higher consumer food prices. Expected speakers include Len Bentsen John McKay Tony Dechant Rep Bob Bergland John White and Keagan Brown.
Victor Lesmer and his son Mike agreed to let President Nixon land the presidential helicopter on a 50 acre farm section near Thurmont. The Navy had offered to buy or lease the land but the family declined to avoid government red tape. The arrangement follows regular landings at Camp David when fog prevents a landing at Catoctin High School.
Washington reports November unemployment at 4.7 percent, the steepest rise in 21 months, with officials citing oil shortages from the Arab boycott as the likely driver. Labor data show employment steady while unemployment grows as more workers join the labor force. Experts warn the December and January reports will reflect tighter fuel costs and rising layoffs.
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